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First Things First

FOX Sports
World Cup
NFL
New England Patriots
New York Knicks
Victor Wembanyama
Lamar Jackson
Seattle Seahawks
Drake May
Josh Allen
Lebron James
Matthew Stafford
Drake Maye
Baltimore Ravens
NFL Playoffs
Super Bowl
Dallas Cowboys
San Antonio Spurs
Los Angeles Lakers
Super Bowl LX
Kansas City Chiefs

First Things First airs Weekdays at 3 PM ET on FS1! Join Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes as they discuss the biggest stories in the world of sports. From LeBron James, to Patrick Mahomes, this show will bring you the first, and most incisive, opinions on the best sports stories.

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Latest Episodes

(0:00) Cowboys lose to Giants, Bills beat Texans, Bears beat Panthers

(26:06) Ravens beat Colts, What happened to the Chargers?

(41:56) Packers lose to Vikings

(46:56) How worried should Cowboys fans be?

(01:04:27) Eagles beat Commanders, Could t... more

(0:00) 49ers beat Rams, What went wrong for Los Angeles?

(26:13) Bills vs. Texans, Expect a good game from Mahomes and Chiefs?

(41:14) How will Lamar Jackson and the Ravens play vs. the Colts?

(47:50) Upset Alert & Nick’s Picks

(01:11:12) Matt Le... more

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The Patriots lost to the Seahawks, and Kevin Wildes is taking it about as well as you'd expect. Wildes goes through the 5 stages of grief, tells Drake Maye to go to his room, and explains how one brutal Patriots loss can completely derail your night.... more

(0:00) Patriots lose to Seahawks, What went wrong for Drake Maye?

(25:01) Seahawks win, How impressive were they?

(41:32) Rams on Upset Alert vs. 49ers?

(46:43) BUD List

(01:06:08) A.J. Brown suffers high-ankle sprain

(01:18:19) Concerns for Drake... more

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Recent Guests

Cam Jordan
Saints defensive end, guest on this episode
New Orleans Saints
Episode: AFC West and NFC West predictions, Cam Jordan joins, Is Josh Allen the best QB in the NFL?
Kevin Mawae
Pro Football Hall of Famer, former NFL center
Bassmaster Elite Series/FS1
Episode: Mendoza not QB1 yet, Herbert impresses, Kevin Mawae joins, Will Aaron Rodgers stay the starter?
RJ Young
Fox Sports College Football writer
Fox Sports
Episode: Top Ten Matchups to define season, Shedeur Sanders Named QB2, RJ Young's Top 138
Dwight Freeney
NFL Hall of Fame edge rusher
Former NFL player
Episode: Top Ten Matchups to define season, Shedeur Sanders Named QB2, RJ Young's Top 138
Graham Rahal
IndyCar driver joining the show ahead of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix
Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing
Episode: Top QB-WR Duos, Fernando Mendoza Ready To Start?, Rams Hype
Christian Lundgaard
IndyCar driver joining ahead of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix
IndyCar
Episode: A.J. Brown & Patriots, Shedeur Not Browns Starter, Christian Lundgaard Joins
Kyle Kirkwood
IndyCar
Episode: Von Miller signs with Cowboys, Ty Simpson's Debut, Lamar's Super Bowl Window
Josef Newgarden
IndyCar
Episode: Von Miller signs with Cowboys, Ty Simpson's Debut, Lamar's Super Bowl Window
Jaylon Johnson
Two-time Pro Bowler, Bears cornerback
Chicago Bears
Episode: Russell Westbrook Retires, Ben Johnson Wants Best Offense Ever, Nick’s Tiers

Hosts

Nick Wright
Host of First Things First; long-running, high-energy sports commentator with a focus on NFL and NBA storytelling.
Chris Broussard
Co-host and regular contributor providing analytical and player-perspective takes.
Kevin Wildes
Co-host and analyst known for outspoken takes and dynamic banter.
Danny Parkins
Co-host providing discussion leadership; engages across topics.
Coach Mangini
Co-host offering tactical insight from coaching perspective; adds NFL strategy context.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • Fox

    Good show but horribly inconsistent upload times and the hosts don’t seem to ever be in studio for more than a week at a time

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    nogg he dtghggfg
    United States22 days ago
  • Nick/B&W are worth everting Fox pays him/them

    Love this show so much!! Been here since day zero but honestly Fox you don’t need Coach. He may be knowledgeable, but he’s terrible with communication && constantly disrespect/dismisses Nick when he’s the driving force of the show imo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnny_oaks81
    United States2 months ago
  • Summer squad better than regular

    Danny Parkins Coach Mangini and Kevin O’Connor is a dream squad for this show, better than original. Brou contributes so little lately it is sad. Retirement time

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sz2222
    Poland2 months ago
  • Why Some Not Others.!?

    Why does🇺🇸give Bills#17 A-Pass.? I Mean I Know The Answer, I Just Want To Hear You-3’s Answer.! I Think he Stinks Up The Field Most NFL Sundays, APPEARS he’s maga & Gets The Pass. Not Good. he’s Great! All Professional Athletes That Make A Roaster Includ’g All In The Building”Dream Jobs” All-Coaches,Includ’g Ball Boys&Girls”Excellence” All I’m Saying Is Be FAIR.! Eagles#1 Won A S/B🏆EVERYONE ACTS LIKE HE HASN'T.wtf’sGo’g-On.? I Believe… The QB That Wins🏆Is #1 IN THE NFL.! QB’s Job IS TO NOT M... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United States2 months ago
  • 7/22/26

    Dear Wildes,

    Who is editing the podcast? The episodes have been abruptly ending for the last several episodes.

    Your wife is a lucky lady

    -stan

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cjhgb
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Edgy takes and bold opinions are a hallmark, attracting listeners who like provocative sports discussions.
Some listeners critique posting/editing delays and occasional heavy-handed moments, but overall enthusiasm remains high for spirited debates.
Chemistry among hosts comes through strongly; fans appreciate the banter and chemistry.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#6
United States/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#91
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#3
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#135
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#197
United Kingdom/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Watson Browns Wk 1 Starter, Bears Hot Start, 49ers Dangerous
Q: Who should start week one for the Browns, Deshaun Watson or Shador Sanders?
The hosts argued Watson should be the starter given the contract and prior experience, but acknowledged Sanders as a strong future option and left room for a potential mid-season reassessment if Watson's play does not meet expectations.
Curt Cignetti joins, Baker Mayfield ‘disrespected’ by Bucs, Pressure on Ravens this season?
Q: What does Curt Cignetti believe about leadership and sustaining a championship program after a national title?
He emphasizes structure, consistency, and developing intangibles, noting the marathon nature of a season and the need to keep main goals in focus while supporting players' growth.
Curt Cignetti joins, Baker Mayfield ‘disrespected’ by Bucs, Pressure on Ravens this season?
Q: How much pressure do you view Lamar specifically being under this year?
The panel argues it is a huge amount of pressure given the coaching change, roster changes in the division, and the expectation to maximize Lamar's unique talents within a new system.
Argentina has lowest remaining odds to win World Cup, Top 10 QBs list, Can Spain beat France?
Q: Did they get it right? Is Josh Allen now ahead of Patrick Mahomes on the top quarterback list?
Greg Jennings argues that while Mahomes is elite, Allen has matched him in many categories and benefits from being in a similar tier; the debate centers on projection versus current season performance.
France vs. Spain preview, Lamar Jackson ranked 69th in NFL Top 100, David Ortiz joins
Q: What are your expectations for Yamal today?
Dax expects Yamal to be a difference-maker, not solely through goals, but through drawing defenders and creating space for teammates, with potential for a big game if he can exploit wide areas.

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High-energy, opinion-driven sports show focused on basketball and football, blending hot takes with analysis, guest insights, and pop-culture banter. Regular hosts debate quarterback hierarchies, star player narratives, and league-wide storylines, while occasionally branching into other sports or entertainment tangents. Notable strengths include strong host chemistry and the willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, making it a go-to for listeners who enjoy fast-paced, provocative sports conversations and cross-sport context. The format is conducive to guest appearances from players, analysts, and executives, providing diverse angles on current storylines and rising stars.

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Recent guests on First Things First include:

1. Cam Jordan
2. Kevin Mawae
3. RJ Young
4. Dwight Freeney
5. Graham Rahal
6. Christian Lundgaard
7. Kyle Kirkwood
8. Josef Newgarden

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